payanddisplaysysteem

Payanddisplaysysteem (Dutch for pay-and-display system) is a method of on-street parking management in which motorists pay for a parking session at a central payment machine and display a ticket on the vehicle’s dashboard to indicate the paid duration. The ticket typically shows the start time, expiry time, and the zone or area where the vehicle is parked.

Operation usually involves selecting the desired parking duration, paying with coins, banknotes, cards, or sometimes mobile or contactless payments, and receiving a printed ticket. The ticket is time-stamped and must be clearly visible to enforcement officers. The system relies on drivers to return to their vehicle before the expiry time to avoid penalties, and the printed ticket serves as proof of payment.

Enforcement is conducted by parking inspectors who verify that the displayed ticket is valid for the current time and zone. Vehicles without a valid ticket or with an expired ticket may be subject to penalties, fines, or immobilization depending on local regulations. Some implementations also record transactions in a central database to support enforcement and revenue reporting.

Advantages of pay-and-display systems include clear, visible proof of payment and straightforward operation. They can be robust and low-maintenance relative to fully digital systems. Limitations include potential machine outages, customer inconvenience, and the need for change or alternatives in some locations. In many cities, pay-and-display coexists with or is gradually replaced by pay-by-phone or digital permit systems, reflecting ongoing shifts in parking management.